Aurora Book FAQ

1. Who is eligible to submit?
   Any photographer who has a quality photo of Aurora or Sub-Auroral Phenomena that was taken in/of Michigan. Submitted photos must be authentically your own. For more details on eligible submissions, visit the Project Website.
   
2. Will phone photos be considered?
   Yes, if the images are in focus and high quality, we can consider phone photos. Even if the original photo from your phone is not the recommended size, I encourage you to submit the photos. First, I will try resizing them to fit the dimensions, if it maintains quality. Second, I could try printing photo pages that display 3-4 photographs on one page to optimize for phone photographs.
   
3. Do I have to convert my files from RGB to CMYK color?
   No, Melissa can convert the photo files to the printable CMYK color format for you. Please bear in mind that some color can be lost in translation, so if you are letting Melissa do the conversion, you are also trusting her to color match to the best of her ability.
   
4. When will the book be published?
   The book is slated to be released by January 2027.
   
5. When will I know if my photo has been selected?
   You will receive an email confirming we have your submission in the same month you submitted. Acceptance Letters will be sent out corresponding to the three submission deadlines in May, July, and September. If after 60 days, you do not receive a confirmation email, please check your spam folders or contact Melissa.